Senior Associate – Business Development -Qatarization

• Contribute to the development and execution of sector-specific and country-specific investment promotion strategies.
• Conduct outreach to international investors, business councils, and trade associations to present company’s value proposition.
• Support or lead participation in roadshows, conferences, exhibitions, and delegations to attract potential investors.
• Represent the company in local and international forums to promote cluster offerings and engage target markets (senior levels).
• Manage or support the lead generation process by identifying, qualifying, and tracking investment prospects.
• Coordinate follow-up with investors from initial contact to application, project evaluation, and deal negotiation.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely technical and legal review of investor projects.
• Develop pitch decks, proposals, and commercial offers tailored to investor needs (with increasing ownership at senior levels).
• Liaise with strategic international partners, representative offices, embassies, and Qatari government entities to support business development initiatives.
• Assist in maintaining active collaboration frameworks (MOUs) and strategic agreements with global counterparts.
• Channel feedback from investors to Strategy and Commercial teams to refine sector propositions and improve service offers.
• Coordinate with Public Affairs & Corporate Communications on the preparation of marketing content, pitch decks, and sector-specific materials.
• Ensure that all promotional materials are aligned with company’s messaging, branding, and sector priorities.
• Track outreach and campaign effectiveness through CRM tools and prepare progress reports.
• Conduct research and maintain updated knowledge of international and regional market trends, investor behavior, and sector developments.
• Maintain and manage the investor database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records on lead status, actions, and next steps.
• Prepare regular reports on pipeline status, conversion progress, and business development KPIs.

Experience:

• 3–5 years with proven exposure to investment promotion or economic zones Experience in investment promotion agencies and multinational business development is preferred.
• Fluency in English & Arabic strong public speaking, negotiation, and presentation skills required.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of ERP systems is an advantage.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, International Trade, or a related field.